Viltrox 85mm 1.8 detailed review & comparison to Fuji 90mm f2 [SEE DESCRIPTION]

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

**IMPORTANT UPDATE** Since the time of this review, Viltrox has implemented a firmware update that resolves several issues I had with the lens. Please see my update video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIuwpnuPi5l8bpo

[@412foto]

I went on their site but don't see a firmware update for the fujifilm version since July 11, 2019. Any direct link?

[@rajneshlohana5826]

Dude you gotta colab with Omar. You guys are like my favorite fuji youtubers

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Omar's a good dude.

[@BoRisMc]

id rather like to see how would a colab with mr angry photographer work , mainly cuz I see these guys as the yin and yang of fuji commentary and there could be some nice dynamic range there.

[@eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeo]

@@BoRisMc that would be a disaster. Angry is a nutcase

[@WS-bk7uu]

Just bought the 90mm but have no regrets, it's truly a phenomenal lens. Brave to take on the 90mm, but it's great to have an affordable, third-party autofocus lens on the market!

[@-OEG]

Thank you so much for the review. I was about to buy the viltrox second hand. But insted i bought the 90f2, its on its way. Youre video makes me feel happy about it. Thank you. Looking forward to get it 👍

[@tonyadamis4171]

I thought this review was complete and concise -- fast-paced, yes, but clear. It didn't waste my time and gave me all of the info needed for me to decide which I will buy when the time comes. Thank you for the review.

[@BenjaminKanarek]

Finally, I will be staying with my Fujifilm 90mm f/2.0 lens. I just purchased the Fringer EF-FX Pro Adapter and the first lens for this configuration, the Canon EF 100mm f/2.0 lens. Which I am really enjoying.

[@BillWhitworth]

Not sure what is up the rear end of one of the commenters, but I thought this was a great format. You addressed all the typical questions, tested performance, provided samples from static testing and actual shoots and then gave your concise, well informed opinion. What else is needed?!?! Thanks for taking the time to put it together!

[@AKHILESHVANAM]

Nice review..many did not reveal shortcomings of Viltrox..I shall go with Fuji 90mm

[@jackdr.8549]

Thank you for your opinion - matter-of-factly and accurately - it's a good input material for making a decision

[@Innovate-pq9ci]

Great review! Viltrox 85mm is good value if you are on a low budget, but the 90mm is just a gem and worth investing in! I think the addition of weather sealing, the overall improved quality, and the fact it can focus well in video makes the upgrade worthy for most. If you are on a budget you can try a 90mm f2 used for a similar amount.

[@sylgamingph]

Thank you for the amazing review. Will get the 90 f2 instead

[@dominikweiss1996]

Thanks for the nice review! I actually like the fact, that it don't ship with a micro usb cable - anyone considering to buy this lens may have already at least one cable at home, so it only reduces waste and the amount of cables laying around ;)

[@ChimaChindaDev]

Awesome. Any review of this lens is welcome. Mattias Burling’s review was also stellar.

[@toxotis70]

in his video, viltrox was faster in af...why ?

[@ChimaChindaDev]

@@toxotis70 Pretty hard to explain. Perhaps he had a better copy? Or maybe he wasn't running the latest firmware here.

[@ngianco1]

Maybe the difference in their conclusions speaks to potential quality control issues. I have a 56 1.2, so I have no need for this, but if I did, I would wait a few months to see other customer and youtuber reviews before pulling the trigger.

[@ChimaChindaDev]

​@@ngianco1 True. I just switched to Fuji and got the 56 1.2 and 23 1.4 but I feel that this might be the lens I need for telephoto range seeing that it's near 130mm full frame. I would wait a few months and see more reviews.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I love that Mattias and his voice. Not sure why our experiences were different, but keep in mind this is also really early firmware. I think (hope) Viltrox will do some work here.

[@victoro6651]

This review helped me decide to go with the Viltrox it came with the latest firmware too. I believe photographers doent rely on pixel peeping, its all about 2 things, moment and composition.

[@exarrkun30]

I love my 90MM, staying put for now, but if just coming from another system and on a budget, Viltrox is a no brainer

[@gcpz1173]

already got a 23mm hope they make a wide angle lens for landscape

[@DamianBrown]

Nice comparisons dude! Thanks

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks Damian

[@tomislavmiletic_]

I remember the time when Fuji's 90mm had cost over $1000, or over €1000 in Europe that is, so in my book $300 over the Viltrox is not so bad, considering you are getting WR and aperture ring, what's one of most important reasons I jumped to Fuji's ship anyway...

[@MannyOnePointFour]

Great review as always, Andrew. I just bought the XF90mm 3 days ago and am extremely happy with it. Interesting that your findings certainly in regards to AF accuracy and speed differed from what Mattias Burling experienced who concluded in favour of the Viltrox. But on that note, what body did you use because Mattias tested on an X-T3 so perhaps the improved AF performance on the X-T3 had something to do with bringing the best out of the Viltrox, or perhaps it just highlights variation amongst the Viltrox copies. Either way, the fact that the Viltrox even did this well for such a price point is great news however for those on more of a budget. I’m happy with my XF90mm and happy that I’m supporting Fuji, but competition is always healthy too. Nice work Andrew.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I did three different tests on the x-t3 and all were conclusive on my copy and with firmware 1.01. I also tested with the x-t2, but not as rigorously.

[@MannyOnePointFour]

Denae & Andrew Hi Andrew, yes I noticed after you posted that commented (obviously wasn’t listening properly first time round). Thanks for confirming.

[@thadstark5450]

Honest review! Two thumbs up, men! 👍

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks!

[@gearreallydoesntmatter]

Do you know which firmware you had in the lens?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

1.01

[@BenjaminKanarek]

Just got the Viltrox today. So I now have both the Fujifilm 90 and the Viltrox 85. Updated the firmware of Viltrox to version 1.0.3.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Cool! Anxious to hear your assessment.

[@iamcaferacer]

How did you update the lens it’s in Chinese or something

[@sleepfishl]

I would totally give it a try IF it would feature an aperture ring. I'm so used to the ring by now ... I can not and want not live without it.

[@Liam-c9u3r]

I'm considering lenses. Viltrox 85mm f1.8 or TTArtisan's 75mm f2? The smaller size of TTArtisan's lens is a major draw.

[@whoismikeq]

Thanks for the great review Andrew :D Interesting alternative to have, hopefully the 3rd party market opens up for Fuji as far as fast glass with AF.

[@theoldcameraguy]

Thanks for an honest, concise review. Loved the images of Dixie Photo Shop and the menacing spider!

[@demasistudios]

Great Job Andrew! Exciting times! finally another 3rd party option that is a great performer

[@GoranSlika]

I can't seem to find the X-mount version of this for sale in Canada, and I have not tried Fuji's 90mm f2 yet. But I recently picked up a Contax-Zeiss 85mm f1.4 for my film camera that I can adapt to my Fuji, and it's simply outstanding. Chromatic aberration when wide open, sure, but that's also why there is so much perceived depth and fidelity, and the images have so much character. Manual focus of course, using bright red focus peaking with B&W film simulation nails it every time, especially at f2 or higher. Just putting this out there for anyone looking for even more options in this range.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Sounds really cool.

[@GoranSlika]

@@AndrewGoodCamera It's fun! But one in really good condition is 80-90% the price of a Fuji 90, so perhaps not the same value as others.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Haha. I have the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm 1.2 adapted for Fuji and really love that for really low light when the X-T3 is just not as good at focusing. But it was way too expensive. Been thinking I should find something cheaper but still fairly fast.

[@GoranSlika]

@@AndrewGoodCamera Ah yes, I remember that video. Well, a myriad of 1.4/50's out there as I'm sure you know. I have enjoyed the Takumar despite it being radioactive, and my Yashica ML really blew me away for its price, I think they were made in the same factory as the Zeiss Contax 1.4/50s, the rendering is very artistic. Cheers

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Oh right. Good point. I have that Takumar 50mm 1.4. Never really thought about adapting that one on Fuji.

[@Noealz]

This lens just kinda came out of nowhere - if I was shooting with gear I'd probably get that as my next lens. Really lovely

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Yeah for sure. It really surprised me as well. But maybe even more surprising is that more affordable 3rd party lens-makers haven't gotten into the Fuji X game sooner.

[@nothingness7580]

Is it possible for u to review that viltrox vs samyang 85mm f1.4?

[@imp187]

"If bokeh balls are your thing - 300 dollars extra your thing - stick with the 90 f2". Truers words were rarely spoken, most reviewers miss the economical aspect.

[@MannyOnePointFour]

Looking forward to watching this after work.

[@pianoman1973]

great video ! Could you explain what's the area of reproduction ration you referred to ? I'm relatively new to photography and didn't hear about it , Thanks ! I'm still contemplating which one to buy btw :)

[@minhphan1062]

Hi Andrew, Do you recording this video has resolution 4k ? Because this beautiful

[@stevieh2780]

Could you do a review on the mk11 lens Andrew?

[@rikardpersson9493]

Another great video! I totally agree with you - one just got to love the feel of a Fujinon! (And I MUST try the 90 f/2!)

[@vpvaiphei9491]

I was trying to buy but now..nway good video. Can there be no update in that lense version?

[@matthewnixon-james919]

I have an XT3 and am wanting to get the 90mm - is the lack of image stabilisation going to be an issue?

[@adrianoschwenkberg6773]

interesting and welcome, thanks for your efforts

[@ijiwarumat]

On its way to me right now - can't wait to see how it performs on my X-H1.

[@ijiwarumat]

@@papashirt Well, unfortunately I've had my first pickle with Aliexpress - I've waited for this lens for over a month and eventually got a refund, because the seller never shipped it.

[@ijiwarumat]

@@papashirt Mine was Good photography store.

[@MrGubrz]

you need some cute pallet wood "KINDNESS BEFORE CAMERAS" sign in the background, I love it!

[@mablewong1024]

I really enjoy your reviews, thanks, Andrew! I would love to hear what you have to say about the Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 Mark II for Fuji XF. I just received mine yesterday and have trialed it briefly with my X-T2. The motor is noisy and focus has been slow and mostly way off. I've checked on Viltrox.com and there are no firmware updates posted for this lens. It's eerily silent out there review-wise about this XF mount lens. There seem to be only a limited number of Sony mount reviews and almost none on the XF one.

[@jussa101]

I wanted to buy this lens. But your review put me off. As someone who wants to photograph members of my family. Spending an extra few hundred to make sure I never miss a moment is a big thing. Plus lack of aperture ring is a huge downside. But more competition means more options in the future. Thank you for the review. Nice to see your side of the story as well.

[@Kamukix]

Haha I was going to say the exact same thing as you! As soon as I heard it didn't have an aperture ring that turned me off of it a bit and then the focus situation sealed the deal. It's still a very good deal in my opinion, just not for me. Nice to see another option out there though! 👍👍 (I love the Viltrox speedbooster I use for my E-M1II)

[@chrishall1407]

I enjoyed this. It's tough to fight a natural urge to either give too much credit to the cheaper option or play fan to the lens that you have already spent a lot of money on. I feel that this was as honest as one could be with the results. Great job.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Thanks Chris. I really appreciate that comment. Bias is real and it's in all of us. Pretending to not have any bias is as bad as someone pushing their biases in their review, consciously or subconsciously. But I find that the thing that helps the most for me to battle bias is to be absolutely obsessed with shooting with the very best gear and to never be in a position to owe something to any brand. If someone makes a better lens, I have to have it. That's a different problem, but at least it helps me be less biased. :)

[@twocupsstudio]

You said you love Fuji 90 mm more than Fuji 56 1.2. Please do comparison between these two portrait lenses. I know you have done portrait comparison lenses but can you do detailed between these two?

[@twocupsstudio]

I saw your another portrait comparison video which did not seem to give me anything as such but now you see you have update video kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmPGd5l6eqxofdE Thanks

[@nige1rumsey]

This is interesting, although this lens isn't quite there for me. I've always thought it strange that the large third-party lens manufacturers haven't launched some Fuji compatible lenses. I assume they need a certain level of market penetration to consider it worthwhile, but I'd have thought Fuji would have reached that point some time ago. I must check out the Zeiss lens you mentioned. Thanks.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Agreed. The biggest surprise to me here is that other brands who make affordable lens alternatives haven't jumped on Fuji yet. They must not see it as a large enough market yet.

[@JokingJay]

Great review and much appreciated! (Also, being less sharp at f/11 is kind of to be expected bc of diffraction, especially when dealing with a full frame optic used on APS-C.)

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I didn't know FF optics on APS-C could contribute to diffraction. Why is that?

[@JokingJay]

​@@AndrewGoodCamera It's because of the difference in pixel size (i.e. the 24 MP on a crop sensor are smaller than those on a FF sensor). Cambridge in Color has a nice explanation and visual representation tool that shows the relative difference of the effects of diffraction on FF vs. APS-C sensors. www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/diffraction-photography.htm It basically ends up meaning that the same amount of diffraction is spread out over more pixels on crop cameras bc said pixels are smaller/more densely packed. But of course this is all more or less theoretical limitations - I can't imagine a client (or at least any of my clients!) viewing any of this and being like "gee, I wish you hadn't used that FF lens on your X-T2 - would've been sharper." ;)

[@DeepakKumar-zb8nw]

I love your content, I’m planning to buy fuji xt20 but their native prime lenses are too costly. So please make a video for other supported prime lenses for fuji x- mount which will be in budget and review their performance.

[@DeepakKumar-zb8nw]

Please make a video, it’ll be helpful for the people who has budget issues like I have.

[@kshitijjgulati]

@@DeepakKumar-zb8nw Kamlan 50mm f1.1 MK2, Kamlan 28mm 1.4, Zonlai 22mm 1.4, 7Artisons 50mm 1.4, Meike 35mm 1.2, Meike 25mm 1.8

[@DeepakKumar-zb8nw]

Thanks @@kshitijjgulati

[@demasistudios]

gorgeous shots @ 5:37 what light are you using for this?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

That's the falconeyes LED panel

[@demasistudios]

@@AndrewGoodCamera Is that the 12 or the 18t? I have the 12t with the soft box but man you do that light justice!

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

18t with soft box. I just get it really close. :)

[@demasistudios]

@@AndrewGoodCamera looks great

[@theprettydamned]

Very helpful, both yours and @mattiasburling review. I'll be picking up a viltrox as soon as possible. Are we finally heading to the era of third party af lenses for fuji? If so, this is very exciting! Next up viltrox, give us a 135mm f/2.8 for a small fast 200mm equiv :D

[@inspir3d81]

Hmm, portrait lens that is soft at f8+?

[@jensmetzler2033]

at 7:05, did you use Face/ eye dedection AF?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Eye. I would never use Face Detect in a portrait session with one subject.

[@phillip2446]

@@AndrewGoodCamera why is that?

[@thomaslopez2427]

I believe Mattias Burling installed a firmware update for this lens which corrected the focusing issues and it made a huge difference.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Firmware is current as of March 27th, 1.01. I've received no new updates since.

[@thomaslopez2427]

Denae & Andrew ok. Thanks.

[@MagaaKesem]

Will there be a review for the 16mm f/2.8? I own the 35mm f/2, and I want an additional wide-angle compact AF lens, thinking should it be the 23mm f/2 or the new 16mm f/2.8

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Yes, at some point. Though I want to take my time with it.

[@bjure8111]

I cant help but wonder why Mattias Burling got such great result from his copy compared with you. If its that huge different between the Viltrox copys I woulnt dare to buy...

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I'm not sure. I can only speak to my own results. We did seem to shoot in different circumstances though.

[@mingfengdai3365]

Great review for Viltrox!! Sir, may I have a requirement that ask for your video, cause we sell the the same lens made by Viltrox. And i see your great video. It's brilliant.

[@andrescifuentes5212]

Interesting to see your findings seem to difer quite a bit from Mattias Burling´s

[@ogjbot]

Different shooting style? Plus Mattias updated firmware, not clear if makes a difference.

[@andrescifuentes5212]

@@ogjbot If Andrew has not updated firmware it would explain alot regarding the autofocus tracking performance difference, which according to Mattias was better on the viltrox vs the 90.

[@ogjbot]

@@andrescifuentes5212 In another comment he stared that he has updated firmware

[@andrescifuentes5212]

@@ogjbot then its pretty eye catching the very different experiences with the focus tracking.

[@imfrootloopz3434]

Hello, can this lens be use for X-T10?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Yup

[@agusrahmadsaputra7701]

viltrox 85mm f1.8 with fujinon xf 35mm f1.4 for which photo portrait results are better?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

There is no.such thing as better, outside of specific needs and styles. Only preference. Of those two I would prefer the Viltrox. But many would disagree

[@ttoniross]

I'm using the viltrox for 2 months now, its great and all but one thing that annoys me is that after using it with the aperture 1.8 I change my lens to 35mm f2 my screen keeps on blinking, I have to go back everytime and change the aperture of the viltrox to f2 and snap my 35mm f2 to get rid of the problem. Anyone here experience it too??? ( I'm using the latest firmware both with the lens and my xt3)

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Wow weird. Wish I still had mine so I could try to replicate

[@musicdreamerish]

This review needs to be done again because it is with the old firmware. Latest is 1.03

[@MrJed_s]

Denae & Andrew did the first review, maybe it's your turn to do the next one?

[@Sandwich137]

are you having any issues with it in auto shutter? its giving me alot of scream lag / freezing

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Interesting. No, but I'll be sure to test that.

[@abelgreeve3641]

So if i use this Viltrox 85mm is it going to be multiplied by the fuji crop factor?? Or is it going to stay 85mm?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Crop is a function of the sensor, not the lens. So no matter what the lens number, ever, if it's going to be mounted on an APS-C device, you need to apply 1.5 if you want to know what it's equivalent in full frame terms are. Doesn't matter if the lens was created for a full frame body or not. Crop always gets applied.

[@abelgreeve3641]

Denae & Andrew ooh 😯, thank you :)

[@mavfan1]

Did they allow you to keep the lens or did you have to return it?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

They didn't make it clear, but I'm hoping to keep it long enough to ensure a long term perspective and give them the chance to do any firmware updates, either way.

[@healing2gether]

wow you read my mind! I was looking at the 90mm last night to compliment my 56mm f1.2

[@toxotis70]

did you had the latest firmware in both lens and camera) ? in another test , Viltrox was faster in AF !

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Firmware is current. 1.01. I did rigorous testing in three different types of AF tests, and in each test, the 90mm f2 was measurably and consistently faster and more accurate.

[@ruiporfirio8233]

On the other review its said to have better AF-C in good light, but things change in low light. As here the tests seem to have been done indoors, the Fuji won, but i recon it wasnt by a big difference from what i saw in the samples. What seems wrong, is that in one review its said to be very accurate, and here not so accurate. Its youtube, you never know.... But its great to have alternetives, and even better to have reviews of them, otherwise no one would buy them.... Myself, just sold the 60mm 2.4, and this Viltrox surely wont miss more photos than that

[@4791_]

Mathias reviews says otherwise on the focussing speed. The Viltrox is much faster to focus the the Xf 90.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I stand behind my testing of these lenses. I tested AF four different ways. In all ways, 90mm f2 was faster. Take it or leave it.

[@szabolaszlo]

Hi. what is the name of the background music? :) Thanks

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

See description

[@szabolaszlo]

@@AndrewGoodCamera Many Thanks, but it is not there :(

[@stephenmorgan5100]

This lens has to be worth a try even with it's shortcoming

[@ReZShot]

How is it now with the current firmware?? If not liking it still wanna sell it?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

The firmware of this review, 1.01, is still the most current firmware. So nothing has changed.

[@tingfengsocialappetite4685]

Needs more subscribers.

[@OkwyUgonweze]

Conclusively, buy the 90 f2 fuji if one could.

[@7evive]

That Brave hat 😍

[@DinoDiLabio]

Would this be a low light lens?

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Sure

[@unpadonundnaundxtall4740]

It's kinda in between my helios 58mm f/2 and my Jupiter 37-A 135mm f/3.5

[@Leonsimages]

Size-wise it's a downsight that it was designed for FF, but it's probably cheaper for Viltrox to offer the FF lens on APS-C than to design a new one - and you get the benefit of greatly reduced cats-eye-shaped bokeh balls.

[@Sandwich137]

what is this filmed with

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

x-t3 w/ 23mm 1.4 on face, x-t2 w/ 16mm 2.8 on the wide shot. Both in classic chrome. :)

[@wilsonbourne8171]

How i wish i can get that lens 😕

[@mohamedessammohamed9889]

Pleasw update us with autofocus with firmware 1.03

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I no longer have the lens. Hadn't heard there is a new firmware. That's great.

[@mohamedessammohamed9889]

@@AndrewGoodCamera thank you for your quick reply Here is update 1.03 is all about 1. Fixed PRE-AF heterophony problem on X-E1; 2. Fixed video focusing problem on X-E1; 4. Fixed the problem that the aperture dial does not work; 5. Fixed the problem of incorrect minimum aperture; 6. Achieved higher focusing speed.

[@tomwerner352]

My Viltrox copy was nowhere as sharp as my Fuji 56/1.2. Also not in the center. It maybe an AF issue.

[@hayjors]

for the price? go to viltrox ???

[@TripleH3LIX]

"The bokeh balls are oddly shaped"

[@BenjaminKanarek]

Getting min next week! :-)

[@dfj555]

Fuji 90mm good for portraits?

[@kkjarvis8964]

people just don't see how important is the unified port, I have four different cables on my desk, how hard is Apple giving up its stupid multiple ports.

[@Maxi86inAction]

I am really curious of the newly announced lenses coming soon from viltrox. The Name "viltrox" is pretty bad though 😅

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I haven't heard any news. What have they announced?

[@Maxi86inAction]

@@AndrewGoodCamera they announced a 23mm a 33mm and a 56mm all 1.4 shortly after first pictures were leaked. All for apsc cameras including fuji with af and aperture ring. Should be released by the end of the year.

[@Maxi86inAction]

@@AndrewGoodCamera you can see it on fujirumors

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

@@Maxi86inAction Cool. I missed that. Hopefully they send me some to try. Though after my above review, I wouldn't be surprised if not. :)

[@tooongs]

​@@AndrewGoodCamera They should send you the lens again and the new ones, it was an early review and they should've fixed those issues with firmware

[@markheywood5626]

New firmware out try it with the update

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

My firmware in this video is current as of V1.01. I see no additional updates from Viltrox.

[@ngianco1]

Great review! Starting to see conflicting reviews on this lens. If you are considering this lens, maybe wait a couple of months for more customer reviews!

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

That's good advice

[@ldstirling]

And those videos you promised about shooting more film are...........????????

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Oh I didn't realize you were my boss. I'll be sure to provide you regular updates going forward. I'm working on three film-related videos. Film takes longer. But I realize, as my new manager, you're looking for results, not excuses. I'll try harder!

[@stoneblue1795]

Thanks buddy-- I think for now you saved me $375.00

[@junichinomura4810]

I will go 90mm f2 much faster and weather sealed prime lens 🤔😉 and linear motor

[@pmartinez358]

So this is the updated firmware ? That’s a bummer

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Yes. 1.01.

[@randallstewart175]

Viltrox (Chinese) has a product history grounded in LED lights, lens adapters and other lower cost accessories. Take a look at Amazon to consider the lack of customer satisfaction based on their lack of quality control. So now they are moving product line upscale by building lenses which appear to fall short on performance by almost every standard of measurement, yet we reach out to not say what we are thinking, being that they are second rate at any price and a foolish purchase, because to say such would abuse the YT standards of not simply saying that crap is crap. That's a poor profile for a product review.. Before they folded in 1986, Modern Photography published the most detailed and objective product reports in photography. A few years later, it was revealed that when a camera or lens failed to test up to their minimum standards, they would not publish the "unacceptable" report and would just say nothing in order to not rock the boat.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Hi Randall. I'm not sure if I fully understand, but it seems like you're insinuating that I'm pulling punches and being overly kind in my review of this lens. Maybe it was my happy disposition and enthusiasm to be on YT that threw you? But I thought I was pretty clear that this lens is not up to Fuji lens standards. I do appreciate your insights into the history of the brand. I agree that caution is warranted. Cheers.

[@ortizv95-]

Matanga dijo a la changa :/

[@MitrichDX]

Blablabla, give us real picture!

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I took a lot of pictures with this lens. Sorry they weren't good enough for you. I certainly did my best. :)

[@MitrichDX]

@@AndrewGoodCamera Video pretty spoils the quality of the images, I talked about the fact that it would be nice to see the pictures as pictures and not as screenshots in the video

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I see. Maybe instead of saying "blablabla" you could have said, "Hi Andrew. Thank you for the time you took on your video. I really appreciate the free information. I wonder if you would be willing to share the photos in their hi res form to study in more detail." Just some feedback for you, since you took the time to offer some for me.

[@MitrichDX]

@@AndrewGoodCamera At the time of watching the video, without a translator at hand, it's all that was enough for my vocabulary. Do not take to heart.

[@ceejaicuenza957]

do NOT get this lens. i have videos on my channel showing my experience with viltrox.

[@nyoki2664]

I guess your xf90 is wrong,,,please clean up.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Not sure what you mean

[@nyoki2664]

Denae & Andrew Some bokeh of xf90 shows dust in the circle .

[@gregstevenson7401]

I can't fault your analysis but the whole thing is just a bit too quick for me. I know that 10 mins is the goal but you just seem to dash through your content. At least 50% of your output should focus on your feelings and opinions. I love your channel, but this is disappointing.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Sorry you found it inconvenient.10 minutes is not the goal. Being concise and not wasting people's time who are here for quick info is the goal.

[@gregstevenson7401]

@@AndrewGoodCamera Inconvenient is having to walk an extra 5 minutes because the closest store doesn't have any milk. I'm happy to walk that when I want something that matters, but I subscribe to your channel because of the excellent opinion that you give, not because of the social media bullets that you are firing.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

I'm pretty happy about how this review turned out. Not perfect of course, but it's a format I fully intend to follow for gear reviews. For other types of content, we will continue to take our time. But feel free to unsubscribe if you find my reviews lame, or my use of the word "inconvenient" inconvenient. :)

[@MannyOnePointFour]

Greg Stevenson This is the format which makes this channel so great to watch. Concise and efficient and very informative. Be grateful for the time and effort put into making these reviews, and also for the fact that it’s one of the first video reviews to hit KZbin too. If you want long reviews and the same thing repeated several times, go and watch The Angry Photographer (no offence to him btw as I appreciate his reviews too).

[@gregstevenson7401]

@@AndrewGoodCamera Sure. Was just trying to give some feedback to you that this episode was way less, content wise, than what you have delivered so far. I'l take your advice - unsubscribed.

[@azamat19]

Bro therew something called low cut, just use it. Your audio is unbearable.

[@AndrewGoodCamera]

Buddy, we could make a very very long list of all the things I would need to do to satisfy every critic. I appreciate the feedback, but audio is probably about as good as it's gonna get around here. If that rubs you wrong, feel free to enjoy some other ammerture's videos. :)

[@sleepfishl]

I would totally give it a try IF it would feature an aperture ring. I'm so used to the ring by now ... I can not and want not live without it.

[@sleepfishl]

I would totally give it a try IF it would feature an aperture ring. I'm so used to the ring by now ... I can not and want not live without it.